[Sprint LG G2] ericdabbs:
If you take the ZVE update, IORoot no longer works. You must use Stump Root method

According to [MENTION=2684188]autoprime[/MENTION], you must use the Stump Root method in order to root the ZVE update

http://xdaforums.com/sprint-g2/general/ls980-zve-ota-zip-update-zvc-zve-t2912488

Stump root can be found here

http://xdaforums.com/lg-g3/orig-development/root-stump-root-lg-g3-sprint-verizon-t2850906

It has been confirmed by many that the IO root now works on the LS980 though it is not listed in the main IO root thread. Below is a link with all the specific instructions for how to use this root tool.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2448887

Basic Instructions for rooting on firmware ZVA

1. Ensure you have the proper USB drivers installed, and your phone is in the proper mode (For Verizon, use Ethernet mode on the PC settings menu).

NOTE: If you do not have the USB drivers installed, you can get them from here: http://www.lg.com/us/support-mobile/lg-LGD801BK under MANUALS & DOWNLOAD -> Software Update -> USB Drivers (Yes the Tmobile drivers work since the Sprint page doesn't post USB drivers)

2. Enable Developer Mode (Press "Build Number" 7 times) on your phone and enable USB Debugging

3. Extract ioroot zip file somewhere on your PC

4. Plug your phone into your PC. Ensure that the USB connection is set to "Charge Only".

5. On PC, open up command prompt and type adb devices command and accept the ADB RSA command on the phone. It should say "LG-LS980-XXXXXXXXXXX device" If you saw the following it confirms that the device is detected in ADB.

6. Put your phone in Airplane mode.

7. Run root.bat

8. The script will ask you that the USB Connection Mode needs to be toggled. Toggle USB mode from Charge Only to MTP and then back to Charge Only.

9. You will then be asked if you would like to have a superuser package installed, which you can accept or decline

10. Download Root Checker from Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joeykrim.rootcheck to verify successful root.

Basic Instructions for rooting on firmware ZVC with IO Root v25

1. Ensure you have the proper USB drivers installed, and your phone is in the proper mode (For Verizon, use Ethernet mode on the PC settings menu).

NOTE: If you do not have the USB drivers installed, you can get them from here: http://www.lg.com/us/support-mobile/lg-LGD801BK under MANUALS & DOWNLOAD -> Software Update -> USB Drivers (Yes the Tmobile drivers work since the Sprint page doesn't post USB drivers)

2. Enable Developer Mode (Press "Build Number" 7 times) on your phone and enable USB Debugging

3. Extract ioroot zip file somewhere on your PC

4. Plug your phone into your PC. Ensure that the USB connection is set to "Charge Only".

5. On PC, open up command prompt and type adb devices command and accept the ADB RSA command on the phone. It should say "LG-LS980-XXXXXXXXXXX device" If you saw the following it confirms that the device is detected in ADB.

6. Run root.bat

7. When phone boots into recovery, select 'apply update from ADB' with power button.

8. Reboot phone into system.

10. Download Root Checker from Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joeykrim.rootcheck to verify successful root.

Download the latest version of IO Root (6/17/14 build) from [MENTION=2684188]autoprime[/MENTION]'s post below:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=48709232&postcount=869

YOU MUST USE IOROOT v25 or later if you are on the ZVC (Android 4.4.2) firmware update.

Here is a tutorial video explaining how to install IO Root:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y45SXPRb31o

I am not the creator of this root method i am simply compiling the information for sprint users since it is scattered in many different places.

Credits go to [MENTION=2684188]autoprime[/MENTION] and thank him for maintaining and updating the IO Root method as new updates come up and [MENTION=1157052]thecubed[/MENTION] for creating the IO Root method.